It is only the second box of 2018 and Good Being is off to a fabulous start. I might be so bold as to say this is my favorite box thus far! Before I get into the goods, here’s everything you need to know about the Good Being subscription box (if you are already familiar, keep scrolling to check out the goods!):

HOW IT DIFFERS FROM OTHER SUB BOXES: 1.) You get to choose 1-2 products every month. 2.) You can choose between a beauty box and a lifestyle box. 3.) Included in each box is a MEMBER ONLY SPECIAL OFFERS card which includes discount codes on the items you received, in case you want to repurchase, as well as other brands that weren’t included in your specific box. I’ve seen member discount codes as generous as 50% off!

To subscribe and receive a FREE bonus product in your first box head over to Good Being!

Now that you know the details, let’s check out the products!

Curandera Remedies Therapeutic Eau De Parfum in Majmua (received Full Size: 1/3 oz. $40): I am always thrilled to get the chance to try out a new fragrance, especially because I no longer use conventional fragrance, but still enjoy a nice perfume; so I am always on the hunt for a clean scent. This one is a gorgeous spicy, warm, earthy, musky sensual aroma reminiscent of Nag Champa incense. It comes in a glass bottle with a metal roller ball applicator which makes it easy to apply or bring along in a makeup bag or purse. As far as duration, it lasts a couple of hours which is typical of natural fragrances. The only ingredients are alcohol and Majmua essential oil, which makes me happy because since I’ve quite mainstream perfume, I can not longer tolerate the smell of synthetics; they are just too overpowering for me. Majmua is a scent that is said to attract abundance, used to recharge energy and focus the mind. I love that you are encourages to use this perfume for ceremonies, self-care rituals and throughout the day to realign your spirit. As a Latina, I love discovering and supporting brands created by other Latinas and WOC such as Curandera Remedies. The founder Josie Castaneda offers various remedies and services such as life and wellness coaching, herbal consultations, yoga, meditation, body work, crystal therapy as well as offering various artisanal apothecary remedies available on her website. (vegan)

Majmua Parfum

Majmua Parfum

Curandera Remedies

Good Medicine Lab Every Little Thing Balm (received 1 0z. value $20/full size: 4 0z $58) For those of you who follow me, you know I have chronically dry hands. I blame motherhood–the constant dishwashing, hand washing, baby butt washing, etc. Needless to say, I’m a huge fan of balms, especially during the colder season, so I was excited to break this one open and see what it was all about. I had high hopes because I am a fan of Good Medicine Lab. I love their body oils, botanical perfume and honey mask, just to name a few. While I like the texture of the balm (it is vaseline-like in texture without being overly greasy, sticky and of course no yucky petroleum), the hydrating effect on my skin and the fact that it absorbed relatively quickly, I didn’t love the very pepperminty, eucalyptus scent. Smelling like an herby, minty medicine cabinet is not really my thing, but I may be willing to overlook the scent if it proves to provide long lasting hydration. (contains beeswax)

Everything Healing Balm

Balm Ingredients

ReBloom Natural Sleep Drink (received one 2.5 0z bottle value $4 / full size: 7 bottles $28) As a mom of two little boys, I haven’t had a full night of sleep on years. And it’s not because I have trouble sleeping, but if you are a mom you know someone always needs you at night! I am intrigued by the ingredients and description of the product though. It contains Vitamin E, vitamin B-12, Magnesium, Valerian Root Extract, Chamomile Flower Extract, L-Theanine and Melatonin. All ingredients are great natural sleep remedies and are great alternatives to habit forming ingredients often found in sleep aids. Since I am currently nursing our 6 month old, I’m not sure when I will be trying out this drink, but when I do I will be reporting back on my IG stories (eco.bliss.beauty).

ReBloom Natural Sleep Drink

ReBloom Ingredients

Akar Skin Sample Set Featuring Neat Remedy Face Serum (received a sample set value $14.66/ full size 4 piece $247) I haven’t tried this brand and love that Good Being offers the chance to try it as a set. The set came with the lush balance toning mist, the neat remedy face oil, the nutrient boost eye serum and the ruby tint lip butter. Each sample size came with enough product to use several times. Akar Skin uses organic, wild harvested ingredients and made in small batches without any mineral oil, synthetic fragrances and colorants, sulfates, parabens, phenoxyethanol, silicones, PEGs, PPGs, DEA, TEA, phthalates, GMO ingredients and artificial preservatives. Yay! I have to say, I’m quite impressed with the products included in the sample set and once I work my way through my current skin care stash I may even look into purchasing a full size. I love this brands standards and care in creating their products and formulas and really appreciate their attention to ingredients and the fact that they make their skin care in house.

Akar Skin sample set

Pangea Organics Brazilian Brown Sugar With Cocoa Butter Body Polish (received 2 0z size value $7/full size: 8 oz $28) Exfoliation is so key for me during the colder months, so I gladly welcome the chance to try out a new body polish. I typically favor a sea salt scrub, mainly because I like a more coarse grain and as expected, this polish did have a finer grain than I prefer. I did enjoy that it left my skin feeling moisturized after getting out of the shower, but not hydrated enough that I personally could forgo an after shower body oil. It includes oils such as sunflower, safflower, cocoa butter, and has a subtle lavender scent. Overall, it’s a nice body polish and if you love sugar scrubs, you might enjoy this one.

Pangea Organics Body Polish

Body polish ingredients

ReChoc (received 3 sample packets value $3.75/full size: 20 pieces $24.95) Self proclaimed chocoholic here!… So I was very curious to try ReChoc, which is marketed as a chocolate supplement. It claims to maximize the amount of polyphenols absorbed by your body from their chocolate. Ok, so thats all fine and dandy, but what about the taste? Meh. It’s an ok piece of chocolate. Definitely not mind-blowing, but if you are looking for a way to increase your polyphenols, this would be a good option, especially for those of you who are dark chocolate lovers. I personally love dark chocolate, but also prefer to buy soy free chocolate that is organic and fair trade which i didn’t see mentioned on their website.

So there you have it, now lets break down the value!It’s a pretty huge one this month. The subscription box costs $24.99 and the items included in this months box totals….drumroll please….a whopping $89.41!! Yes please, Good Being for the win. And as always, members receive a special discount card full of discount codes on theses and more brands!

If you are interested in trying out a box for yourself or gifting one….

New year, new box by Good Being and so far so good, but before I dive into this month’s products here is the 411 on Good Being Subscription Box. Already know the scoop on Goody Being? Scroll down to check out the goods!

HOW IT DIFFERS FROM OTHER SUB BOXES: 1.) You get to choose 1-2 products every month. 2.) You can choose between a beauty box and a lifestyle box. 3.) Included in each box is a MEMBER ONLY SPECIAL OFFERS card which includes discount codes on the items you received, in case you want to repurchase, as well as other brands that weren’t included in your specific box. I’ve seen member discount codes as generous as 50% off!

To subscribe and receive a FREE bonus product in your first box head over to Good Being!

Now that you got the scoop on the box, on to the goodies!

Stinkbug Natural DeodorantTrial size (Full Size: 2.1 oz-$7.99): I received the scent in Tangerine Spice, a subtle citrus scent made with tangerine and clove oil. This deodorant is coconut oil based, and made with no aluminum, Propylene Glycol or any other nasty chemicals commonly found in mainstream deodorants. I can’t speak to how well it works because I haven’t had the chance to use it yet, but even if i could report back everyone’s body chemistry is so unique that what works for me may not work for you and vice versa. I do have to say I love the ingredients, the scent and the non-GMO verification which I haven’t seen on other deodorant brands. Additionally, you can purchase a trial size on their website which is perfect to toss in a gym bag, purse, diaper bag, backpack, car or for traveling!

Stinkbug Naturals Deodorant

Stinkbug Naturals Ingredients

Aila Nail Polishin Bless Your Heart received Full Size $14 &Removerreceived individual use trial packet (Full size: 10 clothes-$9): Ok so I was super excited about trying this polish because I’ve seen it all over my Instagram (eco.bliss.beauty) feed. I’d also been wanting a nail polish shade like “Mister Pookies” which was one of the products I chose for this box. Unfortunately, there was some sort of mixup and I ended up receiving this pink/mauve shade “Bless Your Heart” instead of the darker shade “Mister Pookies”. The color is a pretty mauve, but not a color I go gaga over. I quickly painted one hand to get an idea of how it applies and how quickly it dries down. I do have to say that I really like the formula, it goes on smoothly and totally not streaky and dries very quickly. It also doesn’t have an overpowering chemical smell, it isn’t completely odorless, but much less than your typical polish. It is free of 11 toxins found in conventional polishes, as well as being vegan and cruelty-free. The polish remover is soy based, 100% natural, plant-based, vegan and cruelty-free. I have heard awesome reviews about this remover as being much more gentle on nails than the conventional acetate based removers. It actually includes vitamins and Argan Oil.

AILA Nail Polish

Polish in BLESS YOUR HEART

AILA polish remover

Gaffer & Child Facial Cleanserreceived Full size 2oz-$26: A couple of months back I had the chance to try out a facial scrub by Gaffer & Child and liked it, so I was excited when I saw this cleanser. I was surprised by its consistency–very watery and doesn’t have much foaming action. I personally wasn’t disappointed in the lack of foam or lather, but for those of you who prefer a foaming or lathering cleanser, this one might not be for you. It does have an herby scent to it, mostly of lavender and left my skin feeling very clean , but not in a dry or stripped way. This cleanser contains hydrating oils such as coconut, castor, jojoba and olive oil, but didn’t leave my skin feeling oily or greasy at all. Lastly, it’s 100% raw, organic, vegan and non-gmo. I was glad to see we received a full size of this. It’s always awesome to receive full sized skincare products because you get the chance to truly test it out and assess whether you love it or not.

Gaffer & Child Facial Cleanser

Gaffer & Child Ingredients

Mai Couture Blush Papier in Sunset Boulevard received 2 sample size packets (Full size: 50 sheets-$15): I have received other Mai Couture products in another subscription box, but have yet to try them out. Those products also came in sheets. I like the concept because of the compact portability, but on my tan skin this shade only provides a subtle wash of coral/peach, which on most days actually works well for me. If you are my tan or deeper complexioned and looking for more intense color, this one might not be what you are looking for. On lighter complexions, this color might provide a more color pay off. Because they are portable and compact, these would be great for travel, tossing in your purse, car, gym bag or leaving a few at work for those crazy mornings when you rush out of the house sans makeup! These are paraben, talc free and vegan.

Blush Papier in Sunset Blvd.

Blush Papier Ingredients

Precise Marine Granules Skin Brightening Botanical Scrub received 0.5 fl oz size (Full size: 2oz-$45): This brand is completely new to me, so that is exciting. I have mature, combination skin with some texture issues that also tends to get dull so trust that I get gaga over brightening scrubs! Who is with me? The granules provide enough exfoliation to slough away dead skin cells without being too harsh. So I can see using this product 2-3 times a week with no issue. The scrub left my skin feeling smooth, soft and bright as promised, but for $45, the jury is still out on whether I would purchase the full size–mainly because I already have some less expensive exfoliants that are equally as effective. For those who are sensitive to strong scents or essential oils, this scrub contains no essential oils and is essentially odorless. It is also free from parabens, petroleum, mineral oil, synthetic fragrance and dyes, xenoestrogens, PEGs, glycols and phthalates.

Previse Exfoliating Mousse

So there you have it, the first box of the year! Now let’s do the math. The monthly subscription cost is $24.95 and the ACTUAL total value of the January box comes out to: $57. I say that’s a mighty good deal! Leave me a comment and let me know if you agree! Oh and don’t forget that in every subscription box a MEMBERS ONLY SPECIAL OFFERS card is included. With the discount codes featured on the card you can receive nice discounts on the products/brands you received and also ones from past boxes or items/brands that you may not have received in this box!

If you are interested in trying out a box for yourself or gifting one….

Hello December! Am I the only one who can’t believe it is already mid December? Well Goody Being Subscription Box is ending the year strong with December’s box. Before I dive into the goods, here’s the 411 on Good Being Subscription Box.

HOW IT DIFFERS FROM OTHER SUB BOXES: 1.) You get to choose 1-2 products every month. 2.) You can choose between a beauty box and a lifestyle box. 3.) Included in each box is a MEMBER ONLY SPECIAL OFFERS card which includes discount codes on the items you received, in case you want to repurchase, as well as other brands that weren’t included in your specific box. I’ve seen member discount codes as generous as 50% off!

Ok so now on to the goods!

Co Pur Hair & Body Butter: This was one of the products that I chose because during this time of the year both my hair and body can’t get enough moisture! The size in the box is a 2 oz. jar and goes for $11. The texture is light and smooth, absorbing very well into the skin. it has a nice, light aroma of lavender. The ingredients are 100% natural and only includes Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, Avocado Oil, Vitamin E, Bergamot Oil and Lavender Oil. Simple and clean. I can’t wait to use it on my dry hair ends. (VEGAN)

Jivi Moisturizer with Sun Protection (Lavender): I had never heard of this brand so was excited to see it in the box. I typically moisturize with oils, but every now and again I do enjoy an actual cream. This one by Jivi has stellar ingredients with the added benefit of sun protection. My skin loves products with Aloe so I was happy to see it listed as the first ingredient. The box features a full size (1.7 oz) and goes for $12. I also like that it comes in packaging with a pump because less air gets to the product and it is overall more hygienic that way. There was also a sample size of Jivi’s Exfoliating Face Wash in Lemongrass. I love exfoliating cleansers, so that was a nice extra little gem. (VEGAN)

Elate Cosmetics Universal Creme for Cheeks + Lips in Wonder: I haven’t tried to much from Elate so I was pleasantly surprised to see them featured. The cream can be applied as a blush, eye or lip color, but this color is not pigmented enough for me to use as an eyeshadow or a blush. I think it is meant to work better as a highlighter, but with my skin tone I’m not sure its the best shade for me even as a highlighter. I tried it on my lips and it washed me out a bit. I do love the ingredients which include Organic Jojoba, Castor Oil, Carrot Seed Oil, and Seabuckthron Oil among others. The Universal Creme included was a full-sized valued at $29, which alone already exceeds the entire price of the December box. (VEGAN)

Four Sigmatic Cordyceps Elixir & Hot Cacao Mix: I was already a big fan of Four Sigmatic and their mushroom elixirs, so it was nice to see them in the box. I had already tried and loved both of these! Cordyceps is great for those of you who love coffee for energy. Because it is an adaptogen it will help your body produce steady energy levels without the crash and burn that can happen with sugar or coffee. The hot cacao version has Reishi which helps lower stress and relax the body, so it is great to drink before bed. Both contain Stevia as a sweetener, which I am actual not a fan of, I can’t stand the aftertaste of stevia, but I do love the mushroom and adaptogen benefits so I tolerate and have grown accustomed to the stevia. I would love it even more if Four Sigmatic did away with the stevia though. The box included one single serve packet of each. (VEGAN)

Fred and Far’s More & Less Manifesto Greeting Card + Trillion Pin: This was the second item I choose in this month’s box. I fell in love with the cute little trillion pin and the More & Less card. It is a great card to give to someone or to keep for yourself and use as positive affirmations. Such a perfect item to include in the December box when many of us are reflecting on the past year and thinking about the upcoming new year. The value of the card and pin is $14.

So there you have it, the December Good Being box was full of a perfect combination of awesome products. Some beauty, some skin care and some wellness. The cost of the box was $24.99 with a total value of at least $66! That wasn’t including the two single serve packets of Four Sigmatic or the extra little sample by Jivi. Such a great value, let me know what you think! Have you tried any of these brands or products?

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Hey guys! I’m back with another Goody Being Box and let me tell you, I’m so impressed! Head to my YouTube channel to see what the November Box included. If you are looking for the perfect gift this holiday season, you should definitely consider gifting your loved ones one of these boxes. You can choose between a beauty or lifestyle box and members receive a 20% discount on all gift subscriptions! As if the box alone wasn’t enough, your gift subscriptions will also include some BONUS samples! Click link to receive a promo code for a FREE product in your first box.

A great way to try out new products is through a subscription box! Today I’m bringing you an unboxing of the October Good Being box which offers both beauty and lifestyle products at a GREAT monthly price of only $9.95 or $24.95 (US). They also offer international options for $15. 95 or $33.95! Such a deal right? Check out my YouTube unboxing for more details or click here for more info on how to join and receive a promo code for a free BONUS product in your first box!

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